Cameron, NC vs Stem, NC

Cameron is moderately more affordable than Stem, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Cameron scores 68 compared to 80 for Stem, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stem can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cameron is $806/month compared to $983/month in Stem — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Cameron is more affordable at $135,400 median vs $207,600.

Median household income in Cameron is $74,688 compared to $85,385 in Stem (-12.5%). The higher salaries in Stem partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Cameron spend roughly 12.9% of their income on rent, less than the 13.8% in Stem.